Author(s): Madeleine Finlay

Planet Earth | Children's book sale

We all know the effects that climate change and global warming are having on our planet – but what we don’t all know is some of the strange, and often bizarre ways scientists are working to find practical and imaginative answers to these big problems. Following a day in the life of an average child, we see how some of these inventions could fit into everyday life: from brushing your teeth with biodegradable algae, to eating beetle burgers for lunch and coming home to do your homework with a pen containing ink made from exhaust fumes. With a mixture of abstract, infographic-style artwork and topical, funny and expertly-researched facts, children will love seeing familiar scenes with a futuristic twist, teaching them all about the cool, exciting and sometimes quite strange inventions that could be commonplace in the not-so-distant future.

.Review: A super colourful book with plenty of detail, the information is still organised well and is easy to read, and ideal for 8-9 year olds * BookTrust *

With bright, often intricate, infographic art and a wealth of facts, [.] this is a book that could inspire youngsters to become the cutting edge scientists and technologists of the future * Red Reading Hub *
Each page is deserving of detailed exploration and discussion. This is a book to be read together and shared. -- Bryony Davies * Reading Zone *
A celebration of green innovation and invites children to dream outside the box in the service of their future. * picturebookstagang on Instagram *
The detail in the illustrations is something else, the information and design will keep little (and big) eyes busy for ages. * Kidsbookstolife on Instagram *
There's so much to look at and lots to scan and read further. It's got our kids' imaginations going. * The Kids Should See This *
Beetles for Breakfast is a visually stunning book crammed with detail and numerous weird and wonderful ideas on how to reduce the impact climate change is having on our planet. * A Library Lady *
This book is as much fun as it is informative. * Library Girl & Book Boy *
A fun book crammed with ideas to reduce our impact on the planet. Stunning, intricate illustrations and a clear labour of love. * Owen Davey, Creator of Curious About Crocodiles *
The colours and illustrations really push this book over the edge for me. Not only is it incredibly interesting, it's a treat for your eyes! * houstonlibraryfinds on Instagram *
If your kids are stressed about environmental issues, here's the antidote. -- Creative Boom
Oversized, fact-filled browseable nonfiction featuring futuristic looks at places kids commonly visit along with environmentally helpful technological innovations improving those spaces, all offered with eye-catching artwork. * @Kitonlit on Instagram *
A fun, informative and thought-provoking book, packed with information on how science and technology can help our planet, for ages 7-9. -- The Association for Science Education

Author Biography: Madeleine Finlay has a first-class Undergraduate Master's in Physics, Honours Astrophysics, a Master's in Science Communication. She now works with clients such as the BBC and New Scientist, among others. Jisu Choi is an illustrator based in South Korea. Having started studying art from a young age She's worked with many clients on a range of products including packaging design and murals